ReElement Technologies, a subsidiary of American Resources, has partnered with UK-based Jupiter Lithium to develop Nigeria’s first large-scale lithium deposit. Spanning 442km², the Jupiter Critical Minerals Project is expected to position Nigeria as a regional hub for lithium mining, as well as downstream battery and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing. This project is expected to generate
LCCI Calls for Comprehensive Mining Strategy
The President of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Gabriel Idahosa has called for an all-inclusive strategy in the mining-sector to attract investments in exploration, boost solid mineral development, and accelerate discovery of mineral for sustainable growth and national development. Idahosa made the call while speaking on the state of the economy, in
AFNIS Seeks to Harness Africa’s Mineral Resources for Sustainable Development
AFNIS Seeks to Harness Africa’s Mineral Resources for Sustainable Development Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has highlighted the forthcoming African Natural Resources & Energy Investment Summit (AFNIS) 2024 as crucial for leveraging Africa’s mineral resources to drive sustainable economic development. The summit will be held from July 16 to 18, 2024,
NCDMB Diversifies into Mining and Telecom Sectors
The Nigerian Content Development & Monitoring Board (NCDMB) is planning to expand its operations into the telecommunications and mining sectors. This decision was announced by Felix Omatsola Ogbe, the executive secretary of NCDMB, at the ongoing NOG Energy Week in Abuja. He highlighted several policy initiatives introduced by the Tinubu-led government aimed at boosting the
Alake Pledges Environmental Safeguards in Mining
Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake said the government is exploring ways to minimise adverse impacts of mining on the environment. He added that the government was seeking to do so while considering International best practices. Alake said this on Monday, January 15, in Abuja while receiving the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal.